There are so many countries and cities that are advertised to capture tourists who seek for fun in bars, thematic parks, and so on; but there are few islands that count with the local government support, and sometimes international, to be protected and enjoyed by visitors that discover those hidden corners.
This is the case of Coconut Island, located in Costa Rica, 532 kilometers from Cabo Blanco in the Pacific Ocean. It was named UNESCO´s patrimony in 1997, it has been an example for other countries for its conservation rules; and it is considered a big natural laboratory, because of the constant visits of biological researchers it receives. Its name is derived from the big quantity of coconut trees that decorate its landscapes.
Do you think to visit Costa Rica soon? If it is affirmative, we recommend you to get a ride around this attractive touristic spot. First, you may book with any of the cruises which offer the service months previously, because the tickets are sold very fast. You may know that the touristic packages last between nine to eleven days. Second, if you decide to go by yourself, you will need to take your own boat or rent one; it should be previously accredited by the authorities. With your reservation in hand, your first destiny is the capital of the country, San José; from there you may go to Puntarenas Port, which is the place where you board the cruise, it will sail about 310 miles, and the journey lasts 32 hours.
The island has a lot of high waterfalls, which are magnificent for the tourists who can admire them in their visits. Besides, the large shore is amazing, it has plenty of cliffs and caves. You will be received by the Holly Spirits, and although their name may frightened more than one, they are a kind of white birds which frequently flies near the visitors ‘heads.
The waters attract many scuba divers who love to enjoy watching hammer sharks, white-tailed sharks and parrot fish. Its hypnotic corals decorate the environment of these species; they are carefully protected by the park guards of the place, they keep away illegal fishermen that put in risk the ecosystem of the island.
To practice such activities, there are three authorized bays: Iglesias Bay, Chatam Bay and Wafer Bay. There are other islands where to practice diving: Pájara, Manuelita, and Submerged Stone islands, the last one is the most visited by tourists.
Although to reach this place is rather far, we assure that the results are worthy. Such destinies should be taken into account and protected for those people who have the possibility to visit them. Besides, this spot is ideal for those who are seeking for a peaceful and relaxing place, to stay far from civilization. It is perfect to keep away of problems that are disturbing you, and also to rearrange your thoughts.
ALFA